I wrote to ask. Here's the response I received:
"The chassis is a 1992 HDJ80 landcruiser with coil springs, 3 electric lockers and a 4.2 turbo diesel engine, 5 gear tranny (a normal 80 series chassis). The body is from a 1974 FJ45 Pick Up, totally restored.
Have a look:
http://forum.buschtaxi.org/nr3--hdj45-t22733.html
Price is 30 000€"
That's about 43,000 US dollars at today's exchange rate.
Considering the hours needed to complete the project and the level of workmanship, I think the price is fair. Remember that a vehicle like the "new school" Icon FJ45 costs $141K!
http://www.icon4x4.com/inventory/new-school-fj45 And a Jeep J8 with diesel will cost somewhat more than $50K. The Heitz vehicle is 100% droolworthy, and 100% Toyota, albeit from different years.
Sadly, I think the USA Customs folks will consider this a 1992 Land Cruiser with a custom body. That means you'll have a very expensive task making the vehicle meet USA safety and emissions standards.
On the other hand, I think Canada's import rules say a diesel truck that is 15 years old may be imported without much fuss. I have a friend who lives in Vancouver...
Chip Haven
